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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 25
Luka Doncic & Rui Hachimura Available, Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Luka Doncic (lower left leg contusion) and Rui Hachimura (right groin soreness) are available for their Christmas Day game against the Houston Rockets while Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) is out.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25
Lakers superstar LeBron James in the holiday spirit ahead of 20th career Christmas game
The Los Angeles Lakers enter NBA Christmas Day with history, urgency, and the spotlight firmly fixed on LeBron James as he continues to rewrite the league’s record books.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / December 25
Adidas Trolls Nike Over NBA Christmas Day Uniforms
It is hard to believe, but ten years ago was Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's final NBA game on Christmas Day. Bryant, the Lakers, and every other team competing that day wore special Christmas Day uniforms designed by adidas.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 25
LeBron James’ 'Christmas Is Our Day' Statement Resurfaces After Charles Barkley’s 'NFL Got Greedy' Comments
For many years, the NBA has served as a gathering place for families with a slate of Christmas Day games. It has become quite the tradition in sports. However, the NFL has recently begun to compete with the NBA on this day.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 25
Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Open Up About Growing Friendship
The biggest reason for the Los Angeles Lakers’ success this season has been their backcourt, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, quickly building chemistry on and off the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 25
Lakers Hall of Famer Sends Strong Message to LeBron James Ahead of 2026 Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers will face a major existential question going into the 2026 offseason regarding one of their star players. For the first time in his Lakers' career, star forward LeBron James is playing on an expiring contract, meaning he has a few options once the 2025-26 season reaches its conclusion.
Jake Laravia News / Lakers Nation / December 25
Jake LaRavia Excited To Play In First Christmas Day Game
Not much was known about Jake LaRavia when the Los Angeles Lakers signed him to a two-year contract in free agency this past summer. But as this season has progressed, he has become one of the more reliable role players on this team and someone who can contribute on both ends of the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 25
Kevin Durant Believes LeBron James Is Still Improving
Whether Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is the greatest player in NBA history remains a major debate. But one thing that can not be argued is that no player has ever remained as good as James has, this late into their career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 25
Ranking the five best NBA Christmas games since 2000: Are LA Lakers the Christmas Day GOATs?
With the NBA Christmas Day games upon us, we look back at the best NBA Christmas games of the last 25 years. One of the most exciting days of the NBA season is upon us, as fans get ready for the NBA Christmas Day games.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / December 25
Luka Doncic gets status update for Lakers-Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers played without Luka Doncic on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns, and it showed in the final score. With the Slovenian superstar sidelined with a leg injury, the Lakers suffered a 132-108 loss to the Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / December 25
Luka Doncic Unveiling New Signature Shoe With Expected Return On Christmas
The Los Angeles Lakers are just 4-5 since having their seven-game winning streak snapped, and their two most recent losses came without Luka Doncic on the floor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / December 25
Why Tom Brady hates ‘hypothetical’ LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan GOAT debate
Tom Brady refuses to pick between Michael Jordan and LeBron — and his reasoning says everything about him Basketball fans have long debated who is the greatest of all time between LeBron James and Michael Jordan.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / December 25
LeBron James excitedly reveals offseason plan
LeBron James is already thinking of the offseason. As the Los Angeles Lakers and the rest of the NBA took a break on Wednesday, the future Basketball Hall of Famer shared a plan he’s looking forward to once the 2025-26 NBA season is over, and it involves his new passion – golf.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 24
Rich Paul Ranks Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan in His All-Time List
Rich Paul, one of the most popular sports agents in the business is the CEO and founder of Klutch Sports Group, which represents a wide range of athletes, including Anthony Davis, Draymond Green, and LeBron James.
J.J. Redick News / Hoops Rumors / December 24
JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers’ Defensive Effort
The Lakers still have a strong 19-9 record after Tuesday’s 132-108 loss in Phoenix, but their 117.6 defensive rating places them 24th in the NBA, and none of the six clubs below them in that category have more than 10 wins so far this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 24
JJ Redick Sends Firm Reminder to Rob Pelinka Ahead of Trade Deadline
The LA Lakers dropped back-to-back games for the first time this season, a surprising turn given how disjointed their defense has looked for weeks. The Phoenix Suns exploited those lapses once again, prompting JJ Redick to speak with unfiltered honesty.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 24
Suns' Dillon Brooks gets his revenge on LeBron James
Brooks and James have had a mostly one-sided rivalry since the 2023 playoffs.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Rumors / December 23
Austin Reaves Cleared To Return For Lakers
Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been upgraded to available for Tuesday’s game against Phoenix, the team confirmed in its latest injury report. Reaves hasn’t played since December 10 due to a left calf strain.
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